There may come a time when you need to shut off your water in a hurry. For example, this could be necessary if you’ve recognized a serious leak.

Unfortunately, many people don’t know how to shut off the water to their home or a particular fixture. Furthermore, they begin to panic if they realize they need to make a quick decision.

Here’s the good thing: this is easy to do if you know which steps to take. Consider the following:

·      Shut off the water to a particular fixture. If you need to do this, head for the supply lines and valves located under the sink, behind the toilet, etc.

·      Shut off the water supply to your home. Do you know where your main shut off is located? If necessary, you may need to find this and turn off the water to your entire home.

·      Shut off the water supply to your property. If for any reason you don’t have success inside your home, you’ll want to contact your water company to shut off the flow of water at the street.

Obviously, the first step is the easiest to complete. If this doesn’t work, move on to the main shut off valve. Finally, if all else fails, contact your water company for assistance.

Now that you know how to shut off your water in a hurry, you’ll know what to do if you find yourself in a bad spot.